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Cyberchondia is, put simply, self-diagnosing yourself with an illness after searching the internet. After searching a site and seeing the symptoms for an illness the person believes that they are sick. Often this leads to the person assuming the worst possible outcome. The term 'Cyberchondria' came about in 2000 based upon the start of people jumping to conclusions and assuming dire consequences based upon what they read on the internet.
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Where did the term Cyberchondria come from?
The term 'Cyberchondria' came about in 2000 based upon the start of people jumping to conclusions and assuming dire consequences based upon what they read on the internet.
When was the term Cyberchondria created?
The term 'Cyberchondria' came about in 2000 based upon the start of people jumping to conclusions and assuming dire consequences based upon what they read on the internet.
What are some mental disorders which occur due to a phone?
Excessive phone use can lead to several mental health issues. Anxiety disorders, such as social anxiety and generalized anxiety, can be worsened by constant exposure to social media and notifications. Depression may also develop due to harmful content, cyberbullying, and the comparison to others online. Sleep disorders, like insomnia, are common when phone use disrupts sleep patterns, mainly due to blue light exposure. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms can be exacerbated by constant multitasking on phones. Obsessive behaviors, like the compulsive need to check phones, can resemble or worsen Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Nomophobia, the fear of being without a phone, and FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) can lead to significant stress and anxiety. Cyberchondria, or excessive searching of medical information online, can heighten health anxiety. Managing phone use is crucial to protecting mental well-being. I’m Girish Subramanyan, an expert psychiatrist in San Francisco, and I provide professional help and personalized support.
